I have just splurged on my first carbon bike, an orbea orca 105, really happy with the bike but some of the reviews said that the wheels and tyres could be better. So I was after some suggestions maybe on what I should look for in a few months as an upgrade, for under $1000

Wheels: Plenty of wheels available at that price range. I reckon I'd go some dura ace 9000 c24's

tyres: conti gp 4 seasons - I have them on my only bike ATM and I commute, train and race on them. In saying that I know plenty of guys who run the rubino and they continue to buy them, so they can't be that bad.

How much do you weigh? Are you happy to perform/pay for periodic maintenance, or would you prefer a more bomb proof (heavier) set?What do you want them for? General everyday riding on usual rough, potholed roads? Or race only conditions, where you use your old set most days?What kind of riding do you do? Mostly flat/undulating or more climbing?

Answer these, and the knowledgeable people around these parts will be able to better advise on a wheel set to match your needs.

I'd be looking for a 40-50mm Carbon clincher (possibly with alloy brake track for peace of mind, and better all round braking). Something like a RS80-C50. A deep rim profile looks great (IMO), is inherently stronger & better aerodynamically (easier to hold speed) than a shallow rim. As I understand, on the flats, the aero benefits of a deep profile "usually" outweighs the weight penalty over a good shallow rim (Fulcrum racing 0/1).

Marty Moose wrote:I'm around your weight and have had a great run with c24's both rs80 and dura ace, They are reliable easy to service great to ride and strong.

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+1 I love my DA c24's.

Was just talking about them yesterday to a mate. They're a nice set of wheels. The styling is subtle - the carbon fairing isn't overly blingy and matches just about any bike. They spin up super quick. And they're reliable - I ride on some pretty trashy roads at pace, and sometimes I'm in that dark place where you can't see even the biggest potholes. Still true.

I've had them since the start of the year, and have done 5000km-ish on them - almost all of that is climbing so it's quite a few hours of riding. Really I can't fault them.

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